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How can I insulate my thermistor?

I have had many problems with my heat shrink for the thermostat on my Anet A8 melting from the heat block. Is there a way I can insulate my wires from heat but still have enough room to put the thermistor into the block?
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What does Marlin's G30 code do?

I'm using Marlin 1.1.0RC8 to control an MPCNC, using a RAMPS1.4. We've just added a touch-plate to do Z-probing, which works nicely for a single probe (I just want calibrated height for variant bit-lengths, not bed-leveling, but I think it amounts…
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Can you print at 0.3 mm with a 0.2 mm nozzle?

I recently ordered some spare E3D 0.4 mm nozzles. However, there was a mix up at the factory and they delivered 0.2 mm nozzles instead. I usually print at 0.3 mm using a 0.4 mm nozzle. Can I still use the 0.2 mm nozzles to print at a resolution of…
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Scaling/size issues in delta printers

So here How to achieve dimensional accuracy of printed parts the Cartesian printer approach to accurate sizing is covered. And deltas get a footnote of being a whole other ball of wax - so let's look at that wax ball. I'm currently resurrecting, or…
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How to switch motor outputs and use E1 as X, in Marlin firmware?

I broke up my electronics and now the output for X is not working. The stepper is OK. There is any simple solution to remap the output pins? I want the E1 output to act as the X output.
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Brief very slow moves near top layers

I've been trying to change to the latest Cura (v2.4) from the older v15.04 (I'm sure there's a good story about why they reset the numbers). There's an annoying behaviour in my prints now, and I can't track down what is happening. Everything goes…
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Structural Analysis

I have some files for 3d printing that I want to do structural analysis because I plan to apply loads on them. I know there is a Solidworks analysis module for this purpose called Simulation, but according to what I have read about this software it…
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What is the best color of PETg to use for outdoor durability?

I am doing a quad-copter now. I am not sure what color is the best to use for outdoor durability, especially in sunlight. They say PETg is the most durable material amongst cheap ones. But what color to choose: white or transparent? Or it does not…
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Building a pivot linkage for servo steering with 3d printed parts.

This question is more of a mechanical rather than 3d printing, but I am assuming 3d Printing communty have already come accross this issue, therefore this is a good place to ask. I am building a simple RWD vehicle using 3d printer parts. See the…
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Issues with OctoPi connecting to FlashForge Creator Pro via Serial Communication

I've recently initialized OctoPi onto my Raspberry Pi, proceeded to connect it to my local internet, and then connected it to my FlashForge Creator Pro (2014 edition) Everything seemed to be going smoothly until I tried to connect to the printer;…
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Adding custom M Codes to Marlin

If I wanted to add my own custom M Codes in Marlin - in which source code file would I do that?
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3D prints keep suffering from warping

I have a Prusa i3 made by Geeetech. My 3D prints keep suffering from warping when printing with PLA. Whenever I print something with a base at about 10 cm x 10 cm, at least one corner of the print would warp up. I've read numerous articles about…
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Bed design for magnetic easy release when printing PLA

I print on a glass bed covered with BuildTak. Prints stick well, release is difficult. They sell a mod, self adhesive magnetic sheet that holds a steel plate which in turn you put the BuildTak on making it easier to get your prints off by twisting…
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How to unclog a clogged extruder?

I have a Wanhao Duplicator i3 v2 (A.K.A. Maker Select, Cocoon Create). My extruder got clogged: I noticed that it wasn't extruding, so I stopped my print, removed the fan, heatsink and the extruder motor and I saw that the clog is at the heater…
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New thermistor isolation, how?

We are trying to repair an Ultimaker Original+. One problem is a missing resistor isolation. The Ultimaker Original+ prints with up to 260 Degree Celcius. Which kind of isolation products are suitable to resist the heat and are fitting on the thin…
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